Special Needs Family Christmas Party, 1:30 to 5 p.m., Chino Valley American Legion, 650 E Road 3 South. Any family with a child with special needs is welcome. Register by Dec. 1: sassylady_2004@hotmail.com. Suzanne, 928-898-3582.

Whiskey Row New Year’s Eve “Boot Drop”, 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. New Year’s Day. A 6-foot illuminated cowboy boot will be lowered from The Pallace Building’s Flagpole at 10 p.m. and also at midnight. Fireworks, live music, giveaways and food vendors. www.bootdrop.com